Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in New York
Also called: Licensed Practical Nurses
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in New York earn a median of $67,180 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $67,180
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($64,400)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 39,400
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,480; the top 10% earn over $81,530. Nationally the range is $49,740 to $83,440.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Registered Nurses$109,440 median in New York
- Critical Care Nurses$109,440 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Acute Care Nurses$109,440 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Medical Assistants$48,000 median in New York
- Midwives$102,990 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Nurse Midwives$144,510 median in New York
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay in New York
How much do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make in New York?
The median is $67,180 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,480 and the top 10% earn over $81,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $64,400). Living costs are not included.